Veterinary Technician Student Externship - Buffalo Grove, IL
About the role
VEG was founded in 2014 with the mission to improve the emergency veterinary experience. Since then, VEG has grown to offer 24/7, 365-day-a-year emergency services across multiple locations. The company values its employees, known internally as VEGgies, offering a supportive and growth-oriented environment.
The program
VEG provides a Veterinary Technician Student Externship Program designed to give students hands-on experience in emergency medicine. This program includes shadowing and assisting with various aspects of emergency care, such as triage, diagnostics, and inpatient care. It also offers mentorship and guidance to help students meet their academic requirements.
What you'll do
- Learn from experienced emergency veterinary professionals
- Pair up with a credentialed veterinary technician for real-time mentoring and hands-on learning
- Engage in triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, and inpatient care
- Practice skills required by your school's proficiency checklist with support
- Gain exposure to the fast-paced, collaborative nature of emergency medicine
- Explore whether emergency medicine aligns with your career aspirations
Who you are
- Empathetic and people-centric
- Humble and respectful
- Self-motivated and accountable
- Curious and eager to learn
How we invest in you
- Flexibility in choosing the length of your externship
- Choice of VEG hospital location based on availability
- Mentorship from credentialed veterinary technicians
- Full engagement in the hands-on world of emergency medicine
- Opportunities for future roles within VEG
DEI
At VEG, we believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation and kindness. Our mission is to "Help people and their pets when they need it most," and we strive to create an inclusive environment where different perspectives are valued and celebrated. We focus on providing equitable opportunities for growth and ensuring that everyone's voice is heard.